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im a total newbie,some help please

First thing i would like to say hello since im a new member. I am a total newbie to linux/backtrack. To be honest i have never really used any of these before. The reason i want to learn is because i plan on studying networks at uni next year and hopefully some years down the line be able to become a network security expert. i realize that i cant just start using backtrack , so would ubuntu be a good choice of distro to start with ? also i need to buy a usb wireless adapter, any suggestions (i know that some exist that dont really work with backtrak/other linux distros ) .
Once again thanks

First thing i would like to say hello since im a new member. I am a total newbie to linux/backtrack. To be honest i have never really used any of these before. The reason i want to learn is because i plan on studying networks at uni next year and hopefully some years down the line be able to become a network security expert. i realize that i cant just start using backtrack , so would ubuntu be a good choice of distro to start with ? also i need to buy a usb wireless adapter, any suggestions (i know that some exist that dont really work with backtrak/other linux distros ) .
Once again thanks

1. Ubuntu would be a good start for ya - BT4 is based on Intrepid Ibex
2. I'd either recommend a "Alfa Networks AWUS036H 500mw USB wifi adaptor" or some Ubiquiti device, e.g. the "SuperRange Cardbus"